Index Analyst

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom London Stock Exchange Group Full time
Index Analyst, Index Management EMEA

Background

FTSE Russell is a global index leader that provides innovative benchmarking, analytics and data solutions for investors worldwide. FTSE Russell calculates thousands of indexes that measure and benchmark markets and asset classes in more than 70 countries, covering 98% of the investable market globally. FTSE Russell index expertise and products are used extensively by institutional and retail investors globally. Approximately $17.9 trillion is currently benchmarked to FTSE Russell indexes. For over 30 years, leading asset owners, asset managers, ETF providers and investment banks have chosen FTSE Russell indexes to benchmark their investment performance and create ETFs, structured products and index-based derivatives.

FTSE Russell is wholly owned by London Stock Exchange Group and has operational hubs in London, New York and Hong Kong; and offices in Tokyo, Sydney, San Francisco, Paris, Frankfurt, Madrid and Milan. Through its joint venture, it has a presence in Beijing and Shanghai.

The Business Need

Reporting to the EMEA Index Management Head in London, this role will be a member of the EMEA Index Management team whose principal tasks will be to assist monitor, maintain and effectively manage the data and research required to calculate FTSE RUSSELL Indices.

KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Ensure data quality within FTSE RUSSELL Indices in accordance with index methodologies by conduction of daily reconciliation of all data elements.
  • Perform end of day index calculations for all EMEA and Global indices, ensure accuracy and distribute data in accordance with service level agreements.
  • Price reconciliations and validation of components in the indices.
  • Provide assistance with the management of the live index environment, including the real time index calculations, real time price feeds and real time index dissemination to the global markets.
  • Assist in the compilation and daily maintenance of the FTSE RUSSELL universe product by screening inbound data sources and actively researching data discrepancies.
  • Actively research and monitor corporate actions and events of companies in the EMEA regions.
Qualifications/Experience

It is expected with supervision, the candidate will be able to deliver each of the key objectives of the role identified above, working to strict deadlines and to the highest degree of accuracy. Following are the qualifications / experience required for potential candidates:
  • Previous Index Management experience within an Index or Data management company
  • Detailed understanding of Corporate Actions processing preferable
  • Undergraduate degree in Finance or Economics or equivalent financial qualification. Knowledge of equity markets a plus.
  • The ability to adhere to strict deadlines and manage large amounts of data effectively in a pressured environment.
  • Proficient with using Microsoft Excel - intermediate level
  • Some background in SQL helpful but not necessary.
Type of Person
  • Highly organized.
  • Motivated self-starter with a high attention to detail.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.


General
  • Comfortable with shifts and late hours.
  • Good Team player.
  • Fast learner with a strong interest in financial markets.
  • Flexibility to learn in an ever-changing environment.
  • Familiarity with Reuters/ Refinitiv and Bloomberg data applications desirable.
DISCLAIMER

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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